Vitamin C and Collagen Injection

1. Components and functions

Vitamin C

As a water-soluble vitamin, it is a key "catalyst" for collagen synthesis, promoting the generation and cross-linking of the body's own collagen and enhancing the stability of collagen fibers. It also has antioxidant effects, which can reduce the damage of free radicals to skin cells and help improve dull skin tone.

Collagen

It is the main structural protein of human skin, bones, tendons and other tissues. Directly supplementing exogenous collagen can help fill the skin matrix, increase skin elasticity, and also assist in the repair of damaged tissues (such as postoperative wounds and skin defects).

2. Main applicable scenarios

Medical aesthetics and skin care: It is used to improve skin laxity, fine lines, and dry lines, enhance skin firmness and luster, and is often used as one of the formulas for water light injection projects.

Tissue repair assistance: It can be used for postoperative wound healing and skin damage repair, helping to enhance the regenerative capacity of local tissues and reduce the risk of scar hyperplasia.

Special population conditioning: It is designed for people with rapid collagen loss (such as those in the aging stage) or those with insufficient collagen synthesis due to vitamin C deficiency, providing nutritional supplementation.

3. Precautions for Use

Administration method: Mostly subcutaneous injection or dermal injection. It must be operated by professional medical staff. Self-medication is strictly prohibited.

Contraindications: Contraindicated for those allergic to the ingredients. Patients with hyperoxaluria and severe renal insufficiency should use it with caution (to avoid the risk of kidney stones caused by excessive vitamin C). Patients with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency should avoid using large doses.

Adverse reactions: Redness, swelling, pain and induration at the injection site may occur. A small number of people may be allergic to collagen, experiencing allergic reactions such as rashes and itching. Excessive use of vitamin C may cause gastrointestinal discomfort, uric acid kidney stones and other problems.

Drug interactions: When used in combination with aspirin, oral contraceptives, deferoxamine and other drugs, it is necessary to follow the doctor's advice to avoid affecting the efficacy or increasing the risk of adverse reactions.